The West Indies completed a dominant 3-0 T20 series sweep over Bangladesh after clinching the third and final match by five wickets in Chattogram. The Caribbean side outclassed the hosts in all departments, sealing the victory with confidence and flair.
West Indies Chase Down 152 with Ease
Chasing a target of 152 runs, the West Indies made light work of the total, reaching it in 16.5 overs with five wickets in hand. Skipper Roston Chase and opener Akeem Auguste led the charge with composed half-centuries.
- Roston Chase smashed 50 runs off just 29 balls, displaying aggressive yet calculated stroke play.
- Akeem Auguste also contributed 50 runs, setting the tone for the chase.
Their partnership ensured the visitors stayed well ahead of the required run rate. Bangladesh’s bowlers struggled to contain the flow of runs despite brief success from Rishad Hossain, who picked up three wickets. Nasum Ahmed and Mehidy Hasan claimed one wicket each.
Bangladesh’s Batting Falters Despite Tanzid Hasan’s Heroics
Earlier, Bangladesh posted 151 runs before being bowled out in their allotted overs. Tanzid Hasan stood tall with a fighting knock of 89 runs, but received little support from the other end.
Saif Hassan added 23 runs, but the rest of the batting lineup collapsed under pressure as the West Indian bowlers maintained tight control throughout the innings.
For the West Indies:
- Romario Shepherd picked up 3 wickets, continuing his excellent form.
- Jason Holder and Khary Pierre bagged 2 wickets each, ensuring regular breakthroughs.
All-Round Brilliance Earns Chase and Shepherd Top Honors
Captain Roston Chase was named Player of the Match for his outstanding all-round performance leading from the front with both bat and ball.
Meanwhile, Romario Shepherd was declared Player of the Series after finishing with an impressive 7 wickets across the three matches. His consistency and control were key factors in West Indies’ dominant series win.
West Indies Send Strong Message Ahead of Upcoming Tours
The clean sweep serves as a strong statement from the West Indies, who appear to be building momentum ahead of their next international assignments. Their bowling unit, supported by dependable batting performances, showed excellent balance and adaptability throughout the series.
Bangladesh, on the other hand, will need to reassess their middle-order performance and bowling depth after another disappointing outing at home.
Conclusion
The West Indies’ 3-0 triumph over Bangladesh reflects their growing confidence in the shortest format. With Roston Chase and Romario Shepherd shining as the standout performers, the Caribbean side looks well-prepared for future challenges on the T20 circuit.
